Textron Jacobsen Super LF 1880 Fairway Mower with ROPS, Service & Repair Instructions

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HYDRAULICS
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SECTION 8J. LIFT CYLINDERS
GENERAL
The LF-1880 mower uses five lift cylinders to lift and
lower the reels. The cylinders are all the same.
REMOVAL
See Section 9E.
INSPECTION
1. Inspect all parts for excessive wear, cracks, and
broken parts.
2. Discard all o-rings, seals, and backup rings.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Clean and air dry exterior of cylinder.
2. Drain the oil from the cylinder.
3. Disassemble the lift cylinder, see Figure 8J-1.
Figure 8J-1. Lift Cylinder Disassembly
a. Remove rod guide lock ring (Figure 8J-2).
Figure 8J-2. Guide Lock Ring
b. Push rod guide into cylinder approximately
0.75 in (Figure 8J-3).
Figure 8J-3. Rod Guide
CAUTION
During repair of the cylinder, use extreme care not to
damage the barrel, rod, and sealing surfaces of the
cylinder.
Nut
Piston
O-Ring
Backup
Washers
O-Ring
Rod
Guide
Wiper
Lock
Ring
Lock
Ring
Spacer
Lock Ring
3/4"
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